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Planes, Bullet Trains & Automobiles
High-speed railways are coming, thanks to a decade of negotiations and strong support from the Obama administration. So far, proposed lines would cover California, Texas, the Midwest, the Northeast and Florida. Wired has an excellent breakdown on this endeavor, highlighting both an interesting historical timeline with challenges in constructing this...
Read More G10 Baracuta Harrington Jacket
Being sported from legends like Steve McQueen to Frank Sinatra, there's a reason why the 'Barracuda' Harrington jacket is considered a timeless men's piece. Perfect when paired with some clean khakis the Harrington is still a great option for bracing those spring and summer breezes. Although many designers have taken cue...
Read More I’m With Coco
It looks like it's final: Conan O'Brien has finally sealed the deal to exit 'The Tonight Show' by this weekend for a reported $45 million. The show has gotten extremely funny given the situation between O'Brien and NBC in the last few weeks. In fact, the jokes on NBC are...
Read More The Desert Boot
It's hard arguing against a fashion staple that has been around for nearly 60 years. Given its recent resurgence, Clark's Desert Boot has survived decades of fashion onslaught due to its unparalleled simplicity and comfort. After owning a pair for over a year, my boots are just as comfortable as...
Read More 11 Minutes
Think you're watching football? Think again. With the NFL Divisional Playoffs in full throttle this weekend, you'd be surprised that teams are only on the field to play for approximately 11 minutes per game. The Wall Street Journal has a very interesting article that breaks down broadcasted games from all...
Read More IMAX Hubble 3D
Last May, NASA sent several astronauts up to deliver the final repairs and upgrades to the aging Hubble telescope. However some clever fellow decided that an IMAX camera should follow the entire procedure, including the usage of 3D. Loving all things space, this should be pretty interesting to follow. The...
Read More Nespresso Citiz
There are few small splendors in life that can equate to a rich cup of espresso. However, besides enjoying it at the local coffee shop, the task of making the beverage at home is daunting given the expertise needed by a trained barista. Enter the Nespresso Citiz. This handsome machine,...
Read More Pick: Slim-Fit Chinos
Jeans pretty much work out in almost any situation, however having an alternative pair of pants that can be as easily worn is useful as well. With that in mind, try snagging some solid chinos. Many designers have taken cue to progressive fashion these days and are producing some solid...
Read More Third & The Seventh
Give Hollywood this guy's number, please. Alex Roman's film entitled 'The Third & The Seventh' combines beautiful architectural imagery with a subtle cinematic score. Maybe more impressive is that this whole film was completely done in CGI, showcasing an almost studio-like work of art. In other words, color me impressed....
Read More Foregoing Vitamins?
My pal in dental school recently said that supplemental multivitamins were mostly useless from his studies, and that school of thought has steadily gained traction in the media as of late. Slate has published a pretty insightful article on the debate, including some revered study publications concluding the multivitamins ineffectiveness:
Half...
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